Posts Tagged ‘Local Lead’
Count Basie Center for the Arts Announces New COVID Policy
Starting on September 8th, concert goers attending shows at any of the Count Basie Center for the Arts venues will have to adhere to a new COVID policy. Those venues include Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre, The Vogel, and Basie Center Cinemas. Everyone 12 years and older will be required to show proof of full COVID…
Read MoreMonmouth County Plans to “Light up the Shore” to Honor Heroes of 9/11
“These lights are a symbol that we will never forget, and we will always rise above tragedy.” The 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001, is coming up and Monmouth County plans to use cell phones to light up the shoreline on that day. You are invited to the shoreline and turn on their cell phone…
Read More“Modern Family” star Julie Bowen helped rescue a NJ Woman on a hike in Utah
Julie Bowen (Modern Family) and her sister were on a hike at Arches National Park in Moab, Utah, when they helped a woman injured on the trail. The woman, Minnie John from New Jersey, was on a family trip to see the Delicate Arch, one of the most popular sights in the national park that’s…
Read More9 Garden State Parkway Service Areas To Be Renamed After NJ Icons
In honor of National New Jersey Day yesterday, Gov. Phil Murphy announced that nine Garden State Parkway’s service areas will be named after members of the NJ Hall of Fame. Service Area’s New Names Include Montvale: James Gandolfini Service Area (the late “Sopranos” actor who grew up in Park Ridge) Brookdale North: Larry Doby Service…
Read MoreOcean Ice Palace in Brick is Closing on July 31st
After almost 60 years in business, Ocean Ice Palace in Brick is closing its doors at the end of the month. The ice rink broke the news on their Facebook page Tuesday. “We are extremely thankful to all the friends who have become family and customers who have become friends over the years,” the Facebook…
Read MoreDinosaurs Are Coming To Six Flags Great Adventure
Get ready for a dino-mite addition to Six Flags Great Adventure this summer. They have added Xpedition Dino to the Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure that features 30 animatronic life-sized dinosaurs. Triceratops and T.Rex to Brachiosaurus and Megalosaurus, they’ve got it all! Visitors will be transported “Tigris Asiana to when dinosaurs roamed the earth, before returning…
Read MoreMister Softee Opens A Store In Forked River
No need to wait for the Mister Softee Truck to drive around Lacey Township anymore. Mister Softee has opened a store front location in Forked River on Friday. The new ice cream shop isn’t even located on the Mister Softee website yet. “It’s finally here! We’re open today for all your favorite soft serve or…
Read MoreSix Flags Great Adventure Introduces ‘Coaster Power Hours’ This Spring
Calling all Roller Coaster lovers! Six Flags Great Adventure is hosting a new event called Coaster Power Hours where riders get a chance to enjoy up to 12 roller coasters during exclusive park hours. On select Thursday and Friday evenings in April and May, the park will be open for the limited time special event…
Read MoreMike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino and Wife Lauren Are Having A Baby
The Jersey Shore family is growing! Mike ‘The Situation’ Sorrentino and his wife Lauren announced they are expecting a baby in May. The couple shared the news with a picture of them and their dog in their kitchen with “Baby Sorrentino May 2021” written in flower on the countertop. This exciting news doesn’t come as…
Read MoreRegister for the “Lacey in Lights” Christmas Competition
It’s not too early to think about Christmas. The Lacey Township Recreation Department opened registration for their annual “Lacey In Lights” Christmas light competition. Registrations runs through December 11th and all participants must decorate their homes by Dcember 14th. During the week of December 14th, judges will visit the home and narrow down it down…
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